Re: Etsy asked for my ID Quote:
Originally Posted by RSH I have the VCC side of things covered. That is not the issue, the issue I have recently been made aware of is this verification process that is being put onto sellers. Obviously people are not using real names for stealth accounts otherwise we would just all be able to pop up shops instantly after they get shut down. The issue people are having is that how do you provide ID verification for ⊗⊗⊗⊗ name. Its obviously do-able as people have stealth accounts up and running and have made it through the verification process.
Is it the obvious option using photoshop, or is there an alternative option?. As far as I can see this is not discussed in public forums and gladiator was happy to help people through private DM's, which was very kind of him/her. The issue is its impossible to trial and error if you don't know the possible options to trial..
I have studied a good bit into this and I feel I am prepared to give a stealth account a crack, but this will be the only thing that may hold me back. This means alot to me and the other sellers asking otherwise we would not be here, some of us are not as tech savvy and our questions may sound stupid to you guys but speaking on behalf of the other guys like me, i'm sure everyone is extremely grateful for any help/tips you guys give us. | FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY:
If you can’t risk it with one mAin account, I suggest making a stealth shop and use a Real name( not yours) but with wrong date of birth - this should make etsy ask for an id, if nit, Try it until they asks foR ID.
1. When they do, use photoshop, yes. Upload photo and see what happens. If they don’t accept / request another, try number 2
2. I wouldn’t bother buying a ⊗⊗⊗⊗ ID, but if you can’t use photoshop, just buy one. Upload and see if it goes through.
I would use another PC( public) just to be safe when doing this.
I noticed you said you feel prepared to give stealth account a crack but the ID thing is the only thing that holds you back. Then, you are asking the wrong question. What you should ask is :
Does ETSY ask for ID when opening a stealth shop?
Most of the times it doesn’t.
I still reinforce my previous comment stating that you should just try after you get proper and GENUINE info.
PM me with questions and I’m happy to reply up to a certain point.
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